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A morning at Caroline's farm, among pigs, chestnuts and sheep
We spent a morning as a family at Caroline's farm, visiting the Fraysse farm in Saint-Joseph-des-Bancs, to discover what she does. We'll tell you all about it! The morning step by step. Photo, © Alice Repiquet. It's 9:30 a.m. on a Wednesday in August, and Caroline is waiting for us at the meeting point with her two children....
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The best vegetarian addresses in secret Ardèche
Rather than list all the restaurants where you can eat vegetarian, we decided to let a true connoisseur speak. Clara, our colleague passionate about meat-free cuisine, shares her favorite, completely subjective spots here. So much the better: that's often how we discover the best restaurants.
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Beekeeping baptism: a visit to the heart of the apiary
What if you really entered the hive? Not in cartoon mode, but in full gear, smoker in hand, up close to the bees. Philippe, a passionate beekeeper, takes you on an immersive, lively, and slightly buzzing tour. You open the hives, you observe, you understand, you taste. And you come out with...
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Top 7 photo spots
I don't know about you, but when I go on vacation, I'm always looking for the most beautiful viewpoint, the most beautiful place to photograph, whether with my camera or my smartphone. I take with me wonderful memories that I can share with my loved ones... Of course,...
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10 reasons to love (even more) summer in Ardèche
I'm starting to feel summer tickling my ankles... Don't you? The days are stretching out, the light is soft, and a mad desire to escape is rearing its ugly head.
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Eating on a terrace: the best places
There are restaurant outings that taste better outdoors, when the light plays on the glasses and the air smells of holidays. Snacking in the shade of a wisteria or putting the world to rights at the foot of the castle, these restaurant terraces have everything to make you forget the passing of time.
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4 places to hunt for bargains and change the world
Do you think buying secondhand is just about finding a good deal? In the Pays d'Aubenas-Vals, bargain hunting is downright an act of joyful resistance. Behind every old striped sweater, every flowery plate, or every book with slightly yellowed pages, there's a second life being invented... and a little piece of the planet being saved...
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8 dream accommodations with swimming pools in Ardèche
Looking for a vacation where the water sparkles in the sun and time seems to stand still? We've found 8 accommodations with pools that will make you melt with pleasure. Whether you dream of relaxing by the water, cooling off after a hike, or watching the kids have fun without lifting a finger,...
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8 accommodations with panoramic views
We've all opened the shutters to a cinder block wall... And frankly, it doesn't exactly make for a dream. In the secret Ardèche, waking up is in a different league: mountains stretching as far as the eye can see, valleys bathed in light, hills that change color throughout the day. Here, there's no need...
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8 character houses and stone gîtes
There are walls that tell stories. In Ardèche, stone cottages and characterful houses don't just provide shelter for your stay: they invite you to immerse yourself in an authentic atmosphere, between cool vaulted ceilings and sun-drenched terraces. Staying here means experiencing rustic charm, feeling the shade of olive trees, and...
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10 stylish vacation rentals
We love Ardèche stone houses for their authenticity, their warmth, and that little hint of tradition that feels good. But some accommodations go even further by adding a touch of style, comfort, and modernity that pleasantly surprises. Between raw materials and tasteful decor, these cottages revisit the Ardèche spirit with...
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An autumn weekend in secret Ardèche
In the secret Ardèche, autumn is a season unlike any other. The forests turn golden, the villages return to their calm, and the air fills with the scent of roasted chestnuts. It's the perfect time for a weekend that combines walks in the chestnut grove, cozy breaks by the fire, and gourmet discoveries. Ready to...
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In the shoes of a basket weaver
Far from the noise, along the wicker harvested on the banks of the Ardèche, Maryline invites you to discover an ancient, gentle, and surprising art: random basketwork. No know-how required, just the desire to try. We weave, we breathe, we reconnect. And we leave with much more than a basket. To weave is to let your hands do the work...